Advantages of driving long distance: you will actually be inclined to spend 3 solid days or 5 solid days hunting and looking for sign.
Disadvantage of driving long distance: you will start on your scouting from scratch,
Advantages of staying close to home: you know the woods better because it's easier to get to and scout.
Disadvantages of staying close to home: there are always a bazillion reasons, plus four kids, and especially a wife that keeps you out of the woods when you should be hunting/scouting.
I hunted for years close to home for the same reason. It was terrific because I could take small blocks of time and hunt, thus increasing my exposure. But, to insure success I also blocked big time periods too. Because you need to know what's going on in the woods at noon, etc. (I'm not big on trail cams - I guess they work okay, but I like being in the woods myself).
That's my two cents worth. I wish you success.